LEARNING OUTCOMESThe major in mathematics is approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction for certification in mathematics. Students must normally maintain a 2.75 grade point average in the major to remain in good standing in the Teacher Education Program.

Students majoring in mathematics are expected to

Learn to read, write, speak and do mathematics.

Demonstrate competence in the use of appropriate technology in support of mathematical calculation, symbolic manipulation and graphical analysis.

Demonstrate their understanding of the nature of mathematical proof.

Apply mathematics to a variety of problems in the natural, computational and social sciences.

Learn the contributions of mathematics and mathematicians to the growth of knowledge.

Prepare for advanced studies in mathematics or for a profession.

Develop an appreciation for mathematics as an art.

CURRICULUM

The program offers majors in mathematics and actuarial science, and three minors.